Etymology (Origin):
Meaning:
Origin:
The term "purchase" originated from the Latin "perquadrere," meaning "to acquire." In the early Middle Ages, the word "purchaz" in Old French referred to the acquisition of land or property by buying it or through other means.
Over time, the meaning of "purchase" expanded to include the acquisition of goods or services through exchange or payment. It gradually became a more general term for obtaining something of value.
Evolution of the Term:
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